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Oct 2024
11m 59s

Debunking the Law of Attraction for OCD ...

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Book your free session directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In episode 437, we delve into the complex relationship between intrusive thoughts, obsessive thinking, and the law of attraction, especially in the context of OCD. While the law of attraction suggests that we attract what we focus on, this concept can be particularly distressing for individu ... Show More
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